Best of Romania

Best of Romania offers an intimate, guided walking tour through Bucharest, focusing on the city's eclectic architecture, history, and culture. Starting near the Old Town, the tour takes you past grand Belle Époque buildings, Communist-era blocks, and the massive Palace of the Parliament, the world's heaviest building. Your guide shares stories about the city's transformation from 'Little Paris' to a modern capital. You'll also venture into lesser-known spots, like quiet courtyards and local markets, giving you a feel for everyday life. The small group size (usually up to 8 people) allows for personalized attention and questions. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want an overview of Bucharest's main sights without the crowds of a big bus tour.

Don't miss

• Palace of the Parliament exterior and its massive scale
• Revolution Square, site of the 1989 uprising
• Hidden courtyards and passageways in the Old Town
• Local market visit to see Romanian produce and crafts
• Insider stories about Bucharest's communist era

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Best of Romania

Cheapest way inWalking Tour- Delightful Bucharest (Highlights, Stories, Sights)4.9★ · 194 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$22 per personSee dates →Best full dayBucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour4.5★ · 3,227 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$31 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleHighlights of Bucharest 4h private Tour5★ · 85 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$166 per personSee dates →

Good for

How travelers rate it

Know before you go

• Wear comfortable walking shoes; you'll be on your feet for several hours.
• Bring water, especially in summer. Some tours include a coffee or snack break.
• Photography is allowed at most stops, but some interiors may restrict it.
• Check the weather; the tour runs rain or shine, so bring an umbrella if needed.

A bit of history

Bucharest's architecture reflects its turbulent past: from its 19th-century 'Little Paris' heyday to the massive demolitions under Nicolae Ceaușescu in the 1980s, which cleared space for the Palace of the Parliament. The tour covers these layers of history.